Michael Lavell Stover passed peacefully surrounded by family July 18, 2025, in Wanette, Oklahoma at the age of 70 years 7 months 11 days. Funeral services are scheduled for 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at the First Baptist Church in Wanette. Interment will follow at the Wanette Cemetery, entrusted to the care of Wadley’s Funeral Service.
Mike was born December 7, 1954, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, to Euphra Lavell and Roma Lee (Roe) Stover.
His early years were spent in Stratford, before his parents relocated the family in Arkansas, Texas and finally back to Oklahoma, where they found their home in Wanette. Mike proudly graduated from Wanette High School in 1973.
During his formative years, Mike displayed a passion for adventure, participating in activities such as bull riding and calf roping, as well as embracing the timeless traditions of coon and deer hunting. These experiences ignited a profound connection to the great outdoors that would define much of his life. His love for hunting evolved over the years, leading him to enjoy pig hunting and critter hunting with his cherished dog, Tess, by his side.
On April 2, 1973, in Purcell, Oklahoma, Mike united in marriage with Vicky Jo Morphew, embarking on a 52-year journey filled with love and shared adventures. As an avid outdoorsman, he found immense joy in riding ATVs, honing his shooting skills, and diligently working his land.
Yet, above all pursuits, it was his family that truly enriched his life. The time spent with his children and grandchildren brought him boundless joy, and he was always engaged in projects aimed at supporting and nurturing those he adored. Mike’s unwavering spirit, his devotion to family, and his love for the natural world will forever be cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents, E.L and Roma Lee Stover; his wife of 52 years, Vicky Stover; his brother, John David Stover; and his grandson, Brock Michael Williamson.
Survivors include his son, Isaac “Clint” Stover and wife, Katy; his daughters, Tara Williamson and husband, Edward, and Sara Dolan and husband, Matthew; his sister, Marsha Stover Barger and husband, Gary; his grandchildren, Laura Dolan, Layne Stover, Nathan Dolan and wife, Caroline, Jillian Stover and Skyler Dolan; his great-grandchildren, Jolee Taylor, Evelynn Dolan, Analee Dolan and one on the way; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.